Monday was Women’s Equality Day. It was also the day that Mattel, the company behind Barbie, released two new dolls: One honoring the Civil Rights activist Rosa Parks; the other paying homage to astronaut Sally Ride.
We’re adding two courageous women to the #Barbie Inspiring Women Series – Civil Rights activist, Rosa Parks, and the first American woman to fly in space, Sally Ride
Barbie Sally Ride doll: @Target
Barbie Rosa Parks doll: @Walmart
Or pre-order now: https://t.co/mnRXP0Sro3 pic.twitter.com/hZIdchCV1p— Barbie (@Barbie) August 26, 2019
“Both Sally Ride and Rosa Parks made the world better for future generations of girls. By celebrating their achievements with dolls made in their likeness, we hope girls will be inspired to pursue their dreams,” a Mattel spokesperson told Mashable. Read more…
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